Convertible Negatives

With the top down, the C70 isn't as proficient as others in its class at cutting down turbulence in the cabin; you'll feel more wind rushing through your hair and "massaging" the side of your face. Volvo sells optional wind deflectors that should help, but our test car didn't have them. In addition to being burdensome to install, remove and store, these screens close off the backseat when deployed.
Also, while driving, the rear seat belts slap the backseat loudly enough that a couple of times I thought something had actually shaken loose. Is this the end of the world? No, but the best convertibles don't give you the sense that something's gone wrong in the cabin — or that you're riding a motorcycle.
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Overview
At its launch in early 2006, the Volvo C70 broke new ground as the world's
first four seater convertible with a retractable hard top. Now, more than three
years on, the new Volvo C70 coupe/convert ...
Introduction
The Dynamic Stability and Traction Control system (DSTC) consists of a number
of functions designed help reduce wheel spin, counteract skidding, and to generally
help improve directional stability ...
Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain
when driving in mountains or hilly areas, or
when towing a trailer. Vehicle speed is usually
slower, which means that the cooling of the
brakes is l ...
